02/19/2025
New Benefit! Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts Now Available for Service Members
FALLS CHURCH, VA, February 19, 2025 - Did you know that you can now save money with a Health Care Flexible Spending Account? An HCFSA is a new benefit for service members. It’s a financial tool that allows you to set aside pre-tax earnings to pay for eligible medical, dental, and vision health expenses.
02/13/2025
Unlock Your Health With These TRICARE For Life Basics
FALLS CHURCH, VA, February 13, 2025 - As you age, it’s important to think about your future health needs. If you’re eligible for Medicare at age 65, TRICARE has you covered if you take the appropriate steps. Once you actively have Medicare Part A and Part B, you’re automatically enrolled in TRICARE For Life. TFL coverage allows you to get the care you need while minimizing out-of-pocket expenses.
02/11/2025
Learn How To Get Care From Dental Specialists With the TRICARE Dental Program
FALLS CHURCH, VA,. February 11, 2025 - If you’re a TRICARE Dental Program member, you might need to see different types of dentists for specific tooth and mouth problems. Luckily, the TDP, administered by United Concordia, offers a wide range of specialists in CONUS and OCONUS locations
02/06/2025
TRICARE Pharmacy Network Expands With Addition of Kroger Pharmacies
FALLS CHURCH, VA, February 6, 2025 - On Feb. 5, the Kroger Family of Pharmacies rejoined the TRICARE Pharmacy Program network. This means that TRICARE beneficiaries now have access to over 2,200 additional network pharmacies across 35 states. These pharmacies are in rural, suburban, and urban locations.
02/06/2025
TRICARE West Region Contractor Transition: What To Know if You Live in the West Region
FALLS CHURCH, VA, February 6, 2025 - On Jan. 1, TRICARE began delivering health care under its new regional contracts. This means that TriWest Healthcare Alliance is now the contractor for the TRICARE West Region, including six states that moved from the East Region. (Humana Military remains the contractor for the states that have stayed in the East Region.)
02/06/2025
Tax season guidance for Veterans
WASHINGTON, February 6, 2025 - As tax season approaches, many Veterans begin gathering their necessary financial documents and consulting with tax professionals. VA wants Veterans to know they may qualify for special tax breaks and free assistance programs to help them navigate the filing process and maximize their returns.